Which of the following is the first Indian Satellite?

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: February 3, 2024

 

Question:  Which of the following is the first Indian Satellite?

A   Aryabhatta

B   Bhaskara

C   Rohini

D  INSAT – 1A

Answer: Aryabhatta

 

Name of satelliteLaunch dateType    Description
AryabhattaApril 19, 1975ScientificIndia’s first satellite, for scientific and technological research.
Bhaskara IJune 7, 1979Earth ObservationAn Earth observation satellite primarily used for remote sensing applications.
RohiniAugust 10, 1980Satellite Launch VehicleThe first satellite to be placed in orbit by an Indian launch vehicle (SLV).
INSAT – 1AApril 10, 1982CommunicationPart of the Indian National Satellite System, providing communication services and meteorological data.